Upcoming Events in and around Thirsk

Thirsk Artisan Market, Market Place, Thirsk, YO7 1EY. Discover a fantastic selection of handmade, creative and locally produced goods at this popular artisan market in the heart of Thirsk. With a focus on supporting independent makers and small businesses, the market provides a great opportunity to browse unique products while supporting local traders. 10am - 3pm.
email: info@littlebirdmade.co.uk
littlebirdmade.com

Nidderdale Show
Pateley Bridge, HG3 5BD.

Celebrate the very best of traditional agriculture at the Nidderdale Show, showcasing top-class livestock alongside impressive horse and dog sections. The show boasts one of the finest exhibitions of animals anywhere in the UK, making it a fantastic day out for countryside and agricultural enthusiasts.

7.45am-6pm.

Tickets: Online or at the gate (costs more)
Tel: 01969 650129
Email: info@nidderdaleshow.co.uk
Web: nidderdaleshow.co.uk

Autumn Quiet Day
Holy Rood House, Centre for Health & Pastoral Care, 10 Sowerby Road, Thirsk, YO7 1HX.

Reflecting With Trees offers a peaceful opportunity to pause, reflect and connect with the beauty of the autumn garden. Led by Helen Warwick, the day will include poems, creative ideas and prayers, drawing inspiration from the trees and the wisdom they can offer as the seasons change.

10am-4pm.

Email: enquiries@holyroodhouse.org.uk

Japanese Woodblock Printing
Rural Arts, The Courthouse, 4 Westgate, Thirsk, YO7 1QS.

Explore the captivating art of Japanese woodblock printing, a traditional technique made famous by artists such as Hokusai and his iconic Great Wave. Discover Mokuhanga, an accessible and eco-friendly printing method using water-based inks and requiring no printing press, making it ideal for artists of all abilities and suitable for small or home studios.

10.30am-4.30pm. £90.

Tickets: Online
Tel: 01845 526536
Email: admin@ruralarts.org
Web: https://www.ruralarts.org/whats-on/workshops/japanese-wood-block-printing/

Thirsk Ladies Club
Thirsk & Sowerby Town Hall Annexe, Westgate, Thirsk, YO7 1QR.

Discover the fascinating history and folklore of gardening in an illustrated talk by local retired gardener Mike I'Anson. His entertaining presentation, "Garden Lore", explores where garden gnomes came from and the stories behind familiar sayings such as "Red sky at night, shepherd's delight."

7.30pm.

Free for members. Visitors £4.

Tel: 01845 522819

Romanby Jazz & Cabaret Club
Romanby Golf & Country Club, Yafforth Road, Romanby, DL7 0PE.

Enjoy an evening of traditional jazz from The Storyville Jazz Band from Holland, one of the oldest jazz bands from the Netherlands still performing around the world. Founded in 1959, the band celebrates the vibrant jazz sounds that emerged during the Roaring Twenties.

Doors open 6.45pm. Hot supper included. Live music from 7.30pm-10.30pm.

£22.50.

Tickets: Online or by phone
Tel: 07856 432673
Email: stephenwest277@gmail.com
Web: romanby.com/jazz

Indian Night and Music Quiz
Sandhutton Village Hall, Thirsk, YO7 4RS.

Enjoy a delicious Indian meal with poppadoms and breads, followed by a fun-filled JT music quiz. There will also be a bar and raffle, making this a great evening of food, music and entertainment.

6.30pm. £15.

Tickets: Please phone to book
Tel: 07584 838687

Woodfield Car Boot Sale
Thirsk Road, YO7 3AD.
A traditional Saturday afternoon car boot sale running throughout the 2026 season from 11 April. Browse a wide range of second-hand goods - no new items permitted. Catering and toilet facilities available on site.
Saturdays until Sat 26 Sep 2026. 1pm - 4pm (sellers set up 12:00-12:15pm).
Sellers: £5 per car, £5 trailer, £10 van. Buyers: £1 (under 16s free).
Tel: 07928 328308
Email: sheel11@icloud.com

Meatloaf Tribute Show
The Forum, Bullamoor Road, Northallerton DL6 1LP.

Heaven Can Wait brings the legendary music of Meat Loaf to life in a spectacular tribute show packed with some of his greatest and most memorable hits. Expect a night of powerful vocals, rock anthems and classic songs celebrating one of the most distinctive performers in music.

7.30pm.
£28.
Tel: 01609 776230
Tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door.
Email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk
forumnorthallerton.org.uk

St Mary's Lunchtime Organ Recitals
St Mary's Church, Kirkgate, Thirsk, YO7 1PQ.

Enjoy a beautiful lunchtime recital as St Mary's welcomes a series of accomplished organists. Today's guest is John Dunford, conductor of Ripon Choral Society, performing in the historic surroundings of St Mary's Church.

12.15pm.

Free, including refreshments, with a retiring collection in support of the organ fund.

Tel: 07877 213327
Email: hello@thirskparishes.org